Supply Chain Intern: Analytics & Inventory Optimization

Knorr-Bremse; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Knorr-Bremse is seeking a detail‑oriented Buyer/Planner associate to analyze transactional activities and identify improvement opportunities. You will collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager to build reporting tools and charts that highlight demand trends.

The role involves reviewing inventory performance and optimizing material storage on the warehouse floor. The candidate should have strong analytical and communication skills, be proficient in Excel/Word/PowerPoint, and thrive in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing with GPA ≥3.0.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and trend demand.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and Identify Improvement Opportunities in the Buyer/Planner transactional activity
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Manager to create reporting tools and charts to trend Demand.
• Turn and Inventory Control performance
• Analyze Materials Storage Areas in Warehouse and on Production Floor for identification of reduction of IWD and resolution of back flushing issues.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Self-motivation

People skills

Education

Business, Supply Chain or Manufacturing majors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Job description

Knorr-Bremse is seeking a detail‑oriented Buyer/Planner associate to analyze transactional activities and identify improvement opportunities. You will collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager to build reporting tools and charts that highlight demand trends.

The role involves reviewing inventory performance and optimizing material storage on the warehouse floor. The candidate should have strong analytical and communication skills, be proficient in Excel/Word/PowerPoint, and thrive in a